I mean, have you *seen* some of the stuff floating around? We’re talkin’ Zucca, Zucchino – that monogram, man! It’s just… *chef’s kiss*. FARFETCH seems to have a grip on the pre-owned scene, which is good ’cause, let’s be real, dropping full retail on vintage? Ouch. But express shipping on Zucca heels? Tempting. Very tempting.
And then there’s eBay. I swear, eBay is a black hole of possibility and disappointment. “Vintage Fendi Heels,” you type, and suddenly you’re sifting through a million listings, half of which are probably knockoffs from, uh, “NO.1 FACTORY” (whatever *that* means… probably not legit, tbh). But then you find that one listing, the one with the 80s/90s Red Leather Arty Ankle Strap Heels… and you’re like, “Okay, maybe eBay *isn’t* totally evil.” Though always, ALWAYS check the seller feedback, you know? Don’t get scammed. Been there, done that, got the fake Fendi t-shirt.
Poshmark’s good too! I’ve actually found some gems there – like, genuinely cool, slightly beat-up but still fabulous Fendi boots. You gotta be quick though, those vintage pieces go FAST. Plus, everyone on Poshmark lowballs you. It’s just the way of the land. Be prepared to haggle.
I saw something about Unique Vintage having Fendi shoes? That seems a little… sus? Unique Vintage is usually more like, rockabilly dresses and cutesy stuff. Unless they’re branching out? I dunno, I’d be cautious.
Honestly, finding vintage Fendi shoes is like a treasure hunt. It’s messy, it’s time-consuming, and you’ll probably end up with a few duds along the way. But when you find that perfect pair, the ones that just scream “old money but with a fun, slightly unhinged twist?” Oh man, it’s the best feeling.
My personal opinion? The chunkier the heel, the better. I’m talking those early 2000s platforms with the crazy Fendi logos. Those are iconic. And honestly, slightly terrifying to walk in, but worth it for the ‘gram.
